Brett and Julia’s kickin’ vintage wedding at the Canton Club

by James ~ November 23rd, 2009. Filed under: Canton Weddings.

Early in the booking process, Julia figured out the most direct, and fastest path to my heart; a totally unannounced and utterly unexpected box of roughly twenty music CDs shipped to our studio. I was familiar with most of the bands, but I didn’t own any of the albums in the box. This was like Christmas times eight for me.

Brett and Julia met while working ar a large music distribution company in California. One of the perks of a job like this are copious amounts of music sitting around one’s cubicle which I would assume was a likely source of the music that Julia sent to us. What was scary was just how precisely she had nailed our musical tastes. Several of the albums that she sent are still in heavy rotation around the office.

Here are some of my favorites images from the day:

If I told you where they got these frickin’ sweet Glen Plaid three piece suits, you wouldn’t believe me. I may just have to get one.

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Grandpa with his batallion of Gentleman Jack, waiting for some ice.
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The space at the Canton Club on the 14th floor of the Chase building in Canton was the perfect setting for the reception. It provided the perfect setting for Brett and Julia’s vintage theme as well as some amazing views of downtown Canton.
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And Genevieve’s favorites:

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Grandma and Grandpa’s cake toppers. How cool is that?
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Congratulations, guys! Your wedding was style was frickin’ sweet!

133 Responses to Brett and Julia’s kickin’ vintage wedding at the Canton Club

  1. Carleen

    love these! those plaid suits are great! and her dress is amazing!

  2. Summer

    psst… this is pretty much exactly what we’re going for. ha!

    Wow, these are amazing, and WHAT A DRESS!

  3. Chris McDaniel

    Oh, Julia. How lovely… and how very you. Congratulations, and your photographer captured it perfectly!

  4. Michelle

    Just beautiful! It was such a wonderful day and so good to see the spirit and atmosphere so well reflected in the photos!!

  5. Kate W

    Congratulations!!! What lovely photos – they really captured the day! So nice to see them all.
    Kate xxx

  6. Niall

    Great pictures. Especially the two with me in them!!!

  7. Paul Denis

    What an amazing array of wedding photos. They look so lovely and you both look great. I really like the black and white photos. Congratulations to you both you beautiful people!!

  8. Tim - Wedding Photographer

    Great job, thanks for posting these! Love the lighting.

  9. Joey

    Beautiful photos from a beautiful wedding, we’re so thankful we could be present for such a wonderful day. Enjoy Thailand.

  10. Denee King

    Absolutely beautiful!! I hope you don’t mind if I used your photos in a feature on our site. Here’s the link. :-)
    http://www.shejustgotmarried.com/modules/blog/post.php?entryid=565

  11. Aunt Kitty

    Beautiful wedding, we had a wonderful time. Come Feb. we’ll party again….With Love.

  12. Dar and Raf

    We love the photos! Look like stills from a wonderful movie. So glad we got to be a part of your awesome day!!

  13. Rebecca Jenkot

    You both looked so beautiful. Julia, your dress was absolutely stunning! It was perfect on you! (and your little bag is fabulous). What a great idea to have sparklers! Sorry we missed it, but thank you for sharing the photos. Congratulations!

  14. Chuck Schuster - The Canton Club

    To Bret and Julia – the most beautiful wedding we have ever hosted. You two are an AWESOME couple and we wish you nothing but the best.

    Genevieve + James – Incredible photographs!!! You captured and put into pictures the eloquence of The Canton Club. You and your staff were a pleasure to work with. We hope to see you again!!!

  15. snogash

    Such great pics! I love their style and her dress. They both look so happy!

  16. Emily

    These are just fabulous, I hope it is alright that I used 2 of the images on my blog. I credited you all and gave links to your site. I just adore this wedding.

  17. judy

    brett and julie, these pictures are breathtaking. not only do you both look perfect, these photos show a perfect canton, who knew…….the bridal party photo is amazing, i would like to see a photo of dad walking you down and of all the parents, they must be proud of what you two put together…..

  18. Francesca

    Amazing pics! So charming ! What a lovely bride! I ‘d have loved to be there! Congratulations to you both! xoxo

  19. Doug

    My sister got married and all I got was this lousy t-shirt.

    Kidding! I also got to take my wife to a rippin’ swanky soiree, and I got to see Julia happier than she’s ever been. Well, except for the time I bought her the chess set for Christmas.

  20. Laura

    Fabulous sister! Been sharing the amazing pix with all who will see – some folks just like looking at them without even knowing you two because they are so beautiful. Thank you for grand affair. We enjoyed a memory of a lifetime. Can we do it again soon!

  21. julia

    You two are the ultimate ‘tastemakers,’ just the kind of people to whom we want to expose our artists- so definitely enjoy the music and spread the word!!

    That you captured the spirit of our magnificent night so well in these photos is incredible: Thank You!

  22. Diane

    These pictures couldn’t be any more perfect! So incredibly happy for you both!

  23. Erica

    These pictures are so beautiful. What a unique theme. I love it. Congrats you 2!

  24. Kim

    Erica Holley forwarded the blog of your beautiful wedding to me and I must say the pictures are absolutely phenomenal! I don’t know you both personally but after seeing the day you both shared it was easy for me to feel ecstatic for you both. Congrats guys!

  25. Karen

    I love vintage. What a smashing idea for a wedding. The photos are fabulous. I don’t recall seeing as nice as wedding pictures as these. Really, really top notch.
    Where the heck is the canton club?

  26. Kurt Heidolph

    Awesome pics of the two of you! The vintage look is great. Congrats!

  27. Eddie Black

    Julia & Brett: what a wonderful wedding! I love the black and white pictures and the retro theme.

  28. Lisa Rosales

    What a beautiful wedding! You both look fabulous and happy in love!

  29. Angie Glancy

    Unbelievable pictures! What a beautiful wedding.

  30. Andrew

    AWESOME!!! These pictures have raised the bar. Congratulations to Brett and Julia. You two define the word love.

    To Karen…visit the website for The Canton Club @ http://www.cantonclubevents.com

  31. Connie

    Beautiful pictures, gorgeous outfits! Loved the sparklers (and the shoes)! Many congratulations to you both! :o )

  32. Cathy (Lisa's Mom)

    I love all the photo’s of the beautiful bride and handsome groom. Like an old time movie is the feeling. Best wishes for a wonderful, loving married life.

    Cathy

  33. Diva mihelic

    Congratulations! The pictures are beautiful. I Love the vintage theme and your makeup and hair is so perfect. Miss you.

    xo
    Diva

  34. Brett

    Genevieve/James- These pictures are great! Thanks again for your help

  35. Doyner

    Wow, she looks so beautiful and Brett I like your suit. Looked like such a beautiful experience and we’re so happy for you.

  36. Doyner

    And man I love the vintage feel to everything. Julia’s dress, the goblets, the mirror photo and your photographer is amazing.
    and wow that party looked fun.

  37. Blair Patjens

    Congratulations Brett and Julia! Darby and I had such a great time. We look forward to paying you a visit and living the Hollywood lifestyle for a few days. Hope you had a great Honeymoon in Thailand

  38. Casey Freeman

    What a great time in Canton…what an awesome wedding! Congrats again Brett and Julia! Photographer did a great job.
    Genevieve and James, Great Work! Cheers, -Casey

  39. Jon

    Congrats Brett and Julia! Thanks for allowing me to be a part of your day. Beautiful Pictures, very cool use of the natural light.

  40. Alinka

    Mr. & Mrs. Brett Patjens, I absolutely LOVE these photos – so perfectly shot, so perfectly you. Wishing you a long, happy and most loving life together!

  41. Vanessa

    These pictures are amazing…I love the vintage feel to them. You guys look so happy! Congratulations!!!

  42. Greg

    Great photography!! Really captured the vintage feel of the wedding.Brett and Julia are an incredable couple.

  43. Rebecca

    There pictures are fantastic. The Black and White accents the vintage theme.Can’t wait to see the rest of them/ A truly beautiful couple and incredable day.

  44. Nancy and Jim Rickey

    Beautiful pictures. ALMOST as good as being there in person. Wishing you continued happiness together.

  45. Blake Patjens

    Brett and Julia, Awesome pictures! very antique, Voted Best bride and groom..We had a blast!

  46. Teresa

    WOW! What a fabulous wedding. It all looks like a 1940’s movie…everything is lovely from beginning to end.

  47. Betsy

    What a beautiful bride a groom! Everything looks perfect. Congratulations!

  48. MIKE H

    !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    You really pulled off the quintessential julia fairytale wedding! Amazing!!! Every detail is perfect and the photography is the icing on the cake.

    XOXOX

  49. Melissa

    Brett and Julia,

    AMAZING! It was such a pleasure working with both of you. Your pictures are beautiful and truly capture the magic of your special day.

    Best Wishes!

    Melissa

  50. Renee Patjens

    Brett & Julia,
    Wow! These pictures are amaziing! I love the vintage look, you can defiantly see it through the pix. The wedding was beautiful and we had a blast! Congrats!

  51. Jackie D.

    Julia, you look AMAZING! Your photos are out of this world and are some of the best wedding photos I’ve ever seen, seriously. Congrats to you and Brett – wishing you much love and happiness always :)

  52. Katie Palmissano

    What a gorgeous wedding! Beautiful photos that really captured the vintage feel. Much love and congratulations to you both!

  53. Bonnie Bandi

    It was a beautiful wedding and the pictures are wonderful. St John’s Church looks amazing and the Canton Club very grand.

  54. Holly and Shaun

    Julia and Brett,
    such spectacular photos that captures a truly fabulous event.
    Straight out of the Golden Era of Hollywood.

  55. Aunt Charlene

    What a gorgeous wedding! Everything looks perfect.Looked like such a beautiful experience and we’re so happy for you.Congratulations

  56. Uncle Jim

    Beautiful wedding, we had a wonderful time.

  57. Uncle Dave & Aunt Connie

    Unfortunately we were not able to attend the wedding. We are very grateful that a talented photographer captured the event. Hopefully we will be able to view all of the photo’s.
    Good job Brett and Julia!!!!

  58. Virgilene

    Lovely pictures! I love the vintage look.

  59. Ellen A

    Pictures are very eye catching. Had a great time.

    Ellen A

  60. Dorina Firestone

    Julia, the style is so you! Loved those shoes, too. Congratulations to you both and enjoy life!

  61. Ruthie

    Brett & Julia! These are really amazing! I had a wonderful time looking through them and just love the way that everything came together for you!
    Love & blessings

  62. Mary Ellen

    The pictures are beautiful. Wish I could have been there, but we’ll see you for the “West Coast” party!

  63. Mark and Sherma

    Kudos to Brett and Julia for the fabulous vision and the courage to pull it off. And Kudos to their parents, it could not have happened without them. Best wishes now for the important part, the Marriage.

  64. Dan Patjens

    Great shots every one! How do I order a print of the old man (Dad) with the shot glasses?

  65. Mark

    Magnificent ceremony!! The pictures show in both of your eyes, how happy that you both are and will forever be. Marlene & I had a geat time. Come back to Ohio soon.

  66. Matthew Elliott

    Beautiful photos!! I never thought I’d have so much fun in Ohio. Congratulations!

  67. Brian Benton

    These photos are amazing… a top notch celebration all around. Congratulations again!

  68. Dick and Bonnie Stahl

    Beautiful, beautiful wedding!!

    Wonderful, wonderful pictures!!

    Canton never looked so good!

    Congratulations, and thank you for inviting us to share in your happiness.

  69. Auntie Karen

    Beautiful! Couldn’t be happier for the two of you and the photographs are wonderful. Looking forward to your next visit home.

  70. Bernie

    How wonderful to see my American daughter married off in such style! You look beautiful as ever and the photos are just superb! Hope to see you soon, your Irish Mummy xxx

  71. Kelly King

    Absolutely stunning photographs – will help you preserve those special memories that you are making together

  72. Judy Grisez

    The pictures are fabulous and you look gorgeous.
    So sorry we missed the wedding, looked like it was really fun! Happy to hear you and KT reconnected in Seattle. I forwarded these to her.

  73. Nikki Coutts

    Julia you look fabulous, very 1930’s film star. Michelle has told me how fantastic your day was. See you in London soon xx

  74. Sophie Aman

    You really do look like a movie star (not just on these pics) but I have to admit that Grandpa looks pretty good too:)

    Bisous

    Sophie

  75. Roz

    Julie we were dellighted to be in attendance at your wedding. Great pictures. I definitely see a youthful Treva. How many times have you been told that you are definitely your mother’s daughter?

  76. Jason Kawejsza

    Congrats! Great style.

  77. sonja dake

    These pictures are amazing as always. Julia and Brett were a really great,and totally unique couple (my favorite kind to work with). I was honored to have been a small part in there special day. I love the pictures, I felt like I was viewing a wedding in Canton that took place in a different era. Fabulous!!!

  78. Dedra West

    Love to see the happy couple on their wonderful day…and there is no better way to feel as though we were there, then with these fabulous photos! The shots do such a great job of capturing Julia and Brett!

  79. Laura L

    Such a beautiful wedding, I wish I could have been there. Congratulations Julia and Brett!

  80. Mike

    A really nice wedding. I was glad to be able to be there and visit with some of the Ohio Aeling’s.

  81. Betty C

    Wow! What a beautiful wedding. The photographs capture the theme perfectly. Congratulations, Brett, to you and Julia!

  82. Dave Anderson

    These pictures are incredible! I am glad we were able to be there and to be apart of your special evening!

  83. Denise

    These pictures are gorgeous! They perfectly captured the entire evening and the beautiful couple.

  84. Angela

    So speechless! CONGRATS!!!

  85. Craig

    Congratulations Brett & Julia!

  86. Joshua

    AMAZING pictures, thanks for sharing with me. My favorite is the picture of you guys taken thru the mirror.

    Congrats you two!!! sorry we missed it.

  87. Bob Morrow

    Great pictures! Had a nice time at your wedding. Best wishes for the future.

    Bob

  88. Sue Morrow

    A beautiful couple with beautiful pictures.

    Sue

  89. judy

    Who knew that Canton, Ohio is priceless for a wedding. Beautiful Photos, Beautiful Couple made Canton beautiful once again, congratulations, Rich and Judy

  90. Diane

    Judy’s friend, love the pictures! So different!

  91. Jessica

    These are truly beautiful photos. My favorites are the evening shots with the sparklers. Julia – What an amazing dress! Congratulations to you both!
    Jessica

  92. Jesse Dupree

    I knew I should have never let you get away, Brett. You’re a sexy man but if I’m going to lose out, I’m glad it’s to Julia.

  93. Melanie

    Just gorgeous! Julia – your dress is stunning!

  94. Roe and Jessica

    You two look wonderful together, congratulations! We definitely missed a beautiful wedding. We will have to come down to California and catch up on everything. The photographer(s)did an amazing job.

    Congrats again,

    Roe & Jess

  95. Rob

    The pictures turned out great. Thank you for inviting us. Congrats and I will see you guys soon.

  96. Chris Eschrich

    Very cool pictures obviously great photographers since they even made Brett look good, with Julia it was a given she would look great and she did. Glad I may it for your special day I had a great time. Congrats.

    Chris

  97. Irene Sutton

    Wonderful pictures. I feel as if I am in the 30’s when I view them. Julia and Brett. you look so happy! Congratulations. Just stunning how beautiful the wedding was.

  98. Steve W

    these are cool. Wish I could have made it, although it feels like I had a front row seat

  99. lindsay arn

    amazing, amazing, amazing. I dont know how one chooses what to print and keep. I think all of them should be blown up in to super size and just cover your walls like wall paper. they are all so georgeous! CONGRATULATIONS!

  100. Chris Crichton

    WOW! So impressive. Can you do it again on the left coast? The stair photo by far is my fav. You two are beautiful. Congrats!!

  101. Sam

    Congrats, it was a great wedding and the pictures look amazing

  102. Angie

    I loved the vintage look, wish I could have been there!!

  103. Teodoro

    Great pics! Glad I was there to share it with you guys! MLHC

  104. Nedi Lehr

    The wedding was just beautiful and so were you. CONGRATULATIONS once again… I am so happy to have been a part of it.

  105. Barbara Weber

    Very artistic photography
    Really capturing the spirit of the subjects
    I loved the vintage motif

  106. Zack Gershen

    Great photos! You both look so happy!! Congratulations

  107. TJ

    Amazing shots. Not only because of the photographer, but the style you two infused into the day. It looked like a lovely wedding. So sad I missed it.

    Can’t wait to see shots from your honeymoon!

  108. Vicki

    so beautiful!!! i love your dress and your whole retro vibe….wish we could have been there.

    congrats!

  109. Rob G

    Love these pics! So happy for you guys.

  110. Suzanne/friend of Judy

    Not only are the locations and wedding attire beautiful and so appropriate for the era desired, but the photography was excellent! The photographer captured the essence of emotions of various individuals in each frame. Really outstanding!

  111. Samantha

    Congrats Julia & Brett! These are the most incredibly beautiful wedding pics I’ve ever seen.

  112. Monique

    julia…you look so beautiful, and more importantly, so happy! congratulations to you both!

  113. Doreen

    I knew that these pictures were going to be amazing and they are. There are so many favorites but love the one at the Palace and so many of the night ones. How happy you must be with them but I don’t envy you the job of picking the ones that you want.

  114. Alison

    I am just smiling so much looking at these beautiful photos. Congratulations!

  115. Kristen

    Wow! Thank you for sharing. Julia, you look so beautiful and so happy!! Everything has your touch on it…and loved the church and the place the reception was at. And I haven’t even mentioned your dress! It is beautiful and perfect for you!! (and brett cleans up pretty nicely too ;) …nice suit!!)

  116. Elisa

    They say that every bride is beautiful but Julia, you were truly stunning! Congratulations!

  117. Kristen Lee

    Beautiful…I am so sorry I missed it!

  118. Mom

    Loved the photos – can’t wait to see all of them. With two fabulous “stars” like that, how can they not be good? Hollywood should be jealous! Wish we could relive that day!

  119. Father of the Bride

    The photos are magnificent and will forever bring back memories of your wonderful wedding and exquisite reception. What a great time it was! The photos captured the joy of it all. Love Ya, Dad

  120. Aunt Kitty

    Had a wonderful time, wedding was beautiful. We’re going to party again on Feb. 6th……..

  121. julie

    these pictures are absolutely stunning!!! they are some of the most gorgeous wedding photos we’ve ever seen!!

    and oh how we wish we could have joined you on that day. :’(

  122. Susan

    Lovely–Congratulations! Wishing you two all the best.

  123. Becky Sedares

    Julie and Brett – We enjoyed your wedding very much! Everything was done beautifully and the evening was magical. The vintage pictures are awesome! You were a lovely bride! Brett has a lucky catch!! Good Luck to both of you!

  124. jenn littleton

    These photos are soo beautiful and vintage. I am so sad I was stuck in la for it! love u guys! jenn

  125. LaShawn

    Once again, congratulations Brett and Julia…your vintage wedding theme/photos were very creative and beautiful.

  126. An Verbeeck

    Congrats! What amazing photos.. you both look gorgeous. Happy New Year and enjoy the trips you have planned!

    Cheers, An and Josh

  127. Melissa Murphy

    Sooooo gorgeous! Congrats you two, Julia you look absolutely stunning! My favorite is the one with the sparklers!
    -Melissa

  128. Frank & Edie

    Congratulations! We were thrilled to be a part of your wedding celebration. What a beautiful, happy, couple…and the pictures show it! What a treasure!

  129. Rick,Charleen

    Beautiful vintage wedding,pictures and especially the bride.

  130. Doreen

    What a beautiful wedding and Julia you were the most beautiful bride ever. It’s so great to see wedding pictures that truly are different. Loved the vintage look. It was great seeing Canton look so wonderful. What a fun night. Congrats to both of you.

  131. Helene

    Wow! Your wedding looks amazing. I really regret not being able to come. Everything looks so stylish and you two like a propper old time movie couple! And the picture of your grand pa…What a Edward Hopper-moment!

  132. The Monroes

    These were beautiful pictures. We especially loved the vintage look, very classic! Brett and Jukia, I wish we could have seen the ceremony in person we wish you happiness and God’s blessings. Auntie Shells,Doug, Drew, & Taylor

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